Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro: Premium features, but trailing Apple and Garmin in two key areas
The Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro impressed us in testing with its premium materials, excellent battery life, and a remarkably bright, though slightly compact, display. It also offers an extensive feature set: capable offline navigation directly on the wrist, comprehensive health tracking, and, if desired, detailed workout analysis with adaptive training plans. Despite its premium positioning, however, Zepp Health omits two features: cellular or satellite connectivity and an ECG function. In fairness, however, the Cheetah 2 Pro remains more affordable than better-equipped rivals from Garmin and Apple at $450.
Connectivity gap: No cellular or satellite support
While smartwatches with cellular connectivity are still relatively rare, manufacturers like Samsung (review of the Samsung Galaxy Watch8 LTE) already offer such models. Garmin and Apple go further: the Fenix 8 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra (2) even support satellite communication. Whether this matters in everyday use depends on individual needs, but such standalone connectivity can significantly enhance utility and, in some cases, even replace a dedicated satellite phone—greatly improving the device's value proposition. It is therefore disappointing that Zepp Health offers no comparable solution, neither for the Cheetah 2 Pro nor across its broader lineup.
The health deficit: Why the missing ECG matters
Even more concerning is the absence of an ECG function. Studies highlight the practical benefits of such measurements, making this omission difficult to justify—especially since the technical implementation is not particularly complex. The more likely reason is the added burden of medical certification. Still, this reluctance sits uneasily with Zepp Health’s stated ambition to expand further into the premium segment.
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